Congratulations for completing your new journal! If you’d like to order some supplies for yourself, here are a few suggestions
Supplies below include some affiliate links
Bookboard:
- This is what we used in the workshop- Thick chipboard in a very large sheet that you can cut to size: Ordered from Dick Blick link. You will need a box cutter, straight edge and cutting mat to cut this into correct sizes.
2. Chipboard- This option is thinner, and good for smaller books. Or you can double them (glue them together) for a thicker book cover.
3. Recycle: You can use the cardboard backing of drawing pads or watercolor paper pads, and Cereal boxes.
PVA Glue
- This is what I used but there are other brands
Waxed thread:
- You can use your own thread and run in it through a block of beeswax.
2. Or you can try a set like this:
Paper: Canson Mixed Media
For 10×7 Finished Journal size, get the 11×14 paper size, and cut the pages to 10×14.
For 9×6 Finished Journals, Order the 9×12 paper size, and cut the spiral binding off.
Cover paper
I used Lotka marble paper for the book covers. You can find similar ones below:
Option 1:
Option 2: Dick Blick link for marble paper
Needles
Straight Needles: Leather Needles size 00: Here
DIY Kits for sale
I have some bookbinding kits for sale if you prefer not to gather your own supplies and cut all your paper.
Includes: 24 sheets mixed media paper, 2 pieces book board, cover paper, and waxed thread.
9×6 book: $35 plus shipping
10×7 book: $40 plus shipping
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